Energy
Over 30 countries will discuss defensive scenarios for opening the strait in London after a ceasefire. The plan excludes a military option and focuses on protection.
The German airline is cutting unprofitable routes until the end of October due to the energy crisis. The updated flight schedule will be published in April.
Global oil prices are rising amid Trump's decision to extend the truce with Iran while maintaining the blockade. The market remains tense due to restrictions.
In April, Russia reduced oil production by 300-400 thousand barrels per day due to strikes on oil refineries and ports. This is the largest drop since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Traders predict oil shortages for months due to the halt of traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. Restoration of supply chains will take up to four months.
Oil transportation will begin on the afternoon of April 22 after repairs are completed. MOL has submitted applications for supplies to Hungary and Slovakia.
The Rosneft plant stopped processing due to damage to port infrastructure and a fire. The terms for resuming oil product shipments are currently unknown.
Prosecutors are asking to change the pre-trial detention measure due to systematic absences from hearings. The court will consider the motion for detention on April 28, 2026.
Tomorrow, electricity consumption restrictions will not be applied. Citizens are asked to save electricity in the evening hours and shift consumption to the daytime.
The largest manufacturer, Karex, is increasing product costs due to logistical problems and more expensive raw materials. Delivery times for goods to the US and Europe have doubled.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the availability of the necessary fuel volumes for the next two months. Ukraine is recording the first decrease in diesel prices.
Ukraine is preparing an international meeting to raise funds for energy recovery. The goal is to accelerate the financing of works and protect industry facilities.
The Ministry of Education and UNICEF have signed a plan to finance educational projects for 2026. The funds will be used to educate one million children and support teachers.
The European Commission is preparing the Ukraine Support Loan program to cover the state's and defense needs. The first €45 billion is planned to be allocated in 2026.
Specialists have completed repairs to the damaged section of the oil pipeline to restore its operation. Zelenskyy expects the EU support package to be unblocked.
The US President stated that the military is ready to strike Iranian bridges and power plants. He also refused to extend the truce due to "lack of time."
Defense Forces hit enemy logistics facilities in three regions and on the territory of the Russian Federation. A tank and a processing unit were damaged at the Syzran oil refinery.
Starting May 1, Russia plans to cease oil supplies from Kazakhstan to Germany. This will deprive the PCK refinery in Schwedt of 17% of its raw material for fuel production.
Due to an accident at CET West, over 2,300 blocks in the Romanian capital were left without water supply. Authorities are launching another thermal power plant to restore services.
SBU drones hit a station where the export grade Urals oil is formed. Five raw material tanks were damaged, which reduces Russia's oil revenues.
Zelenskyy announced a Drone Deal to protect infrastructure and export weapons. Agreements have already been reached with three countries, and 11 more states have expressed their interest.
EU Commissioner Kos announced the rapid distribution of a €90 billion loan. The funds will be disbursed after the resumption of oil transit through the Druzhba pipeline.
The court chose a pre-trial restraint in the case of embezzlement of funds under the green tariff. The suspects are planned to be taken into custody after their detention and delivery.
The President approved acts on technical regulation of goods and integration of the electricity market. This introduces European standards.
Due to Russian attacks and bad weather, some consumers in six regions were left without electricity. The Ministry of Energy does not plan to introduce restrictions schedules for today.
The US Vice President will meet with the Iranian delegation to discuss a peace agreement. Trump threatens new bombings if there is no progress.
Donald Trump refuted Chris Wright's statement about high fuel costs until 2027. The US President expects prices to fall immediately after the end of the war with Iran.
EU ambassadors plan to approve a loan to Ukraine on Wednesday after Hungary lifts its veto. The money will arrive in May, provided the Druzhba oil pipeline resumes operation.
Swedish intelligence has exposed Russia's concealment of real inflation at 15%. To cover the budget deficit, Moscow needs an oil price of over $100.
Local authorities confirmed a drone attack on the oil refinery in Tuapse. After the attack, the number of ships in the port's marine terminal halved.